Innovation Rebate Program

Nova Scotia companies with approved scale-up projects can get a rebate on direct project costs.

Run by: Invest Nova Scotia

Type: Grant

Where: Nova Scotia

Funding: Minimum $350,000 Nova Scotia investment; rebate applies to eligible costs up to $15,000,000; rate not stated on the program page

Business size: See the official page.

Deadline: ongoing

Last reviewed on 2026-11-08. Confirm details with the program before relying on them.

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